Reviews & Comments
Loveland, CO
General Notes -
7/14/2012I lived in Loveland for 3 years. Basically if you love outdoors activities, and are okay with driving to Fort Collins (20-30mins), Denver (around an hour) or Boulder (about 45mins) for more interesting indoor entertainment activities then Loveland can be great. It's generally safe and friendly. Weather is nice overall: summers hot and dry but cools down quickly at night. It's in the plains at the base of the foothills so everything is flat and laid-out in a grid. Winters can be cold, but aren't too bad. Many houses do not have AC, so that is something to note. Good recycling program. Job market is probably fairly slim there. I worked in Fort Collins which was an okay commute. People in Loveland tend to look a little more rundown on average than in some of the neighboring towns like Fort Collins. It's a sleepy town, but there are a few good restaurants like the Pourhouse and Sophia's Bistro. There is also a good brewery called Grimm Bros. Rent and property in Loveland is substantially cheaper than in Fort Collins. Lake Loveland is pretty, and there are some nearby hiking trails in the foothills that are pretty good. Close to Estes Park and the National Park (45 mins).